Sens. Markey, Cruz Statement on Commerce Committee Vote to Advance AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act

Washington (February 5, 2025) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) member of the Science, Commerce, and Transportation Committee, and Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Science, Commerce, and Transportation Committee today released the following statement on the committee’s vote to advance theAM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, bipartisan and bicameral legislation that would direct federal regulators to require automakers to include AM broadcast radio in their new vehicles at no additional charge.
“Today’s vote to advance theAM Radio for Every Vehicle Actbroadcasts a clear message to car manufacturers that AM radio is an essential communication tool for millions of Americans across the country. From emergency response to sports, entertainment, and news, AM radio is a lifeline that must be protected. Our bill ensures that no one is cut off from their communities and that AM radio stays a part of our constituents’ daily lives.”
In May 2023, Senators Markey and Cruz led their colleagues inintroducingtheAM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.TheAM Radio for Every Vehicle Actpassedthrough the Senate Commerce Committee in July 2023 andpassedthrough the House Energy and Commerce Committee in September 2024.
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